Primary Purpose: Under general supervision, perform skilled work in construction, alteration, repair, and installation of fixtures, buildings, and structures throughout the district. Maintain district structures and furniture in attractive and safe condition.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

High School diploma or G.E.D. required. Valid Texas driver’s license

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in carpentry. Ability to use hand and power tools Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read blueprints and diagrams. Ability to measure and perform mathematical computations. Ability to work independently.

 

Experience:

Five years experience as a skilled carpenter

 

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

240 days

 

 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair

Planned and completed construction of cabinets, shelves, and partitions from initial layout to assembly using oral instructions, plans, specifications, blueprints, and work orders. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates. Fabricate, repair, and replace doors, windows, flooring, ceiling materials, glass, building hardware, screens, plastic laminate, etc. Construct and repair outdoor equipment including playground equipment, fences, gates, bleachers, etc. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection procedures. Replace, repair, and finish furniture, cabinets, fixtures, woodwork, etc. Assist with the installation and moving of portable buildings, including construction steps, installing underpinning, etc. Receive and complete work orders. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. Inspect jobs upon completion ensure areas are clean and remove scraps and lumber as needed. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects. Respond to emergency calls as needed. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.

 

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

 

Frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching, heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions; outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding; and around machinery with moving parts. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes, and toxic chemicals. Frequent districtwide travel.

 

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

 

Applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

 

Hiring personnel may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

 

Salary commensurate with experience